HOUSEKEEPER

Barnes-Jewish Hospital; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital in Missouri is seeking a housekeeper to maintain a clean, safe and healing environment for patients, visitors and staff. Your dependable work helps infection prevention and patient safety as part of our healthcare team.

We offer day, evening and overnight shifts. No experience required; a High School Diploma or GED is preferred. You will perform routine cleaning, discharge cleaning, room setup, equipment care and report maintenance needs to your supervisor.

Qualifications

• No explicit specialized software tools listed.
• Minimum requirements: No Experience.
• Supervisor experience: No Experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine janitorial and cleaning activities in patient, public and common areas using prescribed, established cleaning process.
• Performs discharge cleaning process in inpatient rooms and prepares room for next admission.
• Performs room set up and changes as needed, including changing linens, cleaning, mopping and furnishing.
• Keeps equipment clean and functional according to procedure.
• Notifies supervisor or manager of any equipment, furniture, or building fixtures that are in need of maintenance.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Additional Information About The Role

Are you ready to start your career at BJC? Housekeepers are essential members of the healthcare team who help maintain a clean, safe, and healing environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Their work plays a vital role in infection prevention, patient safety, and the overall patient experience.

Additional Information About The Role

Are you ready to start your career at BJC? Housekeepers are essential members of the healthcare team who help maintain a clean, safe, and healing environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Their work plays a vital role in infection prevention, patient safety, and the overall patient experience. We are looking for dependable individuals who are committed to being on time, taking pride in their work, and building a long-term career with our organization. Why This Role Matters Every room cleaned and every surface disinfected helps reduce the spread of infection and supports a safe environment for patient care and recovery. Join a team that works together to improve the quality of care in our community. Day, Evening & Overnight shifts available Overview Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full‑time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Barnes-Jewish Extended Care is part of the Barnes‑Jewish continuum of top ranked, compassionate care. It is a 120‑bed skilled nursing facility, located at 401 Corporate Park Drive in Clayton, Missouri. Organized as a hospital‑based facility, Barnes‑Jewish Extended Care is under the direction of Barnes‑Jewish Hospital medical staff with full support of laboratory and rehabilitation departments. Services range from minimal assistance to subacute post‑hospital recovery. Our patients range from the young to the elderly, as well as post‑trauma rehabilitation patients and those in need of hospice or respite care. The Housekeeping Department at BJEC is responsible for delivering a clean and safe environment of care for our patients and residents.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose The Housekeeper is an environmental services worker who is responsible for daily housekeeping services as assigned, using procedures as outlined by the hospital or service organization.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine janitorial and cleaning activities in patient, public and common areas using prescribed, established cleaning process.
• Performs discharge cleaning process in inpatient rooms and prepares room for next admission.
• Performs room set up and changes as needed, including changing linens, cleaning, mopping and furnishing.
• Keeps equipment clean and functional according to procedure.
• Notifies supervisor or manager of any equipment, furniture, or building fixtures that are in need of maintenance.

Experience

Minimum Requirements

• No Experience

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Preferred Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

Supervisor Experience 2 years

Benefits And Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well‑being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer